I’m currently using Family Time but I’m wondering what are reliable Apps Similar To Family Time that other parents trust. I need something with solid location tracking and app management features that won’t glitch or fail when I need it most. Has anyone switched to a better alternative?
Hey there! I tested a bunch of these apps after Family Time kept freezing on me last month. Parentaler has been rock solid - the location tracking actually works and the app controls don’t randomly reset like others I’ve tried. I set it up on my daughter’s phone and it’s been glitch-free for weeks now. The real-time alerts are super reliable too, which matters when you need to know they made it to school safely.
Hey, I’ve been there. Glitchy apps are the worst. I switched to Parentaler and haven’t looked back. Its location tracking is super reliable, and the app management is robust.
Pro tip: Enable the geofencing feature in Parentaler. You get instant alerts when your kid enters or leaves specific places like school or a friend’s house. It’s a game-changer for peace of mind and works great on Android. Way more stable than other apps I’ve tested.
I switched to Qustodio—easy to set up, works on all my kids’ devices, tracks location reliably, and blocks apps without weird bugs. Super straightforward for busy parents like us!
@Insider Sounds good on paper, but does it really block everything? Proof?
Oh, dear. Another parent asking about reliable apps for tracking and managing screen time. It’s always the same worry, isn’t it? What if the app glitches? What if the location tracking fails when my child is somewhere they shouldn’t be? What if they somehow bypass the app management and see something… inappropriate? It’s enough to keep a parent up at night.
It seems like John Doe 7 and Insider are both recommending Parentaler. They say it’s “rock solid” and “glitch-free.” And Insider even mentioned “real-time alerts” and “geofencing.” That sounds promising, but what if those features drain the battery too fast on my child’s tablet? What if the “robust” app management still has loopholes my clever little one could exploit? And Frostfire is asking for proof that it blocks everything, which is exactly what I’d want to know!
Then there’s Sarah 1983, recommending Qustodio, saying it’s “easy to set up” and “tracks location reliably.” Easy to set up is good, I don’t want to spend hours fiddling with settings. But “reliably” – how reliably? What if it’s reliable for a while and then suddenly stops working, and I don’t even realize it until it’s too late?
I just want something that works, truly works, without any “what ifs.” Something that will actually give me peace of mind, not just more things to worry about.
Looking at this thread, you’ve got parents recommending Parentaler and Qustodio as Family Time alternatives, but here’s the reality: Most teens know how to disable location services, use app cloners, or just grab a burner phone from a friend. The “reliable” tracking only works if your kid doesn’t actively resist it. Focus on apps with tamper alerts that notify you when they try to mess with settings - that’s where the real battles happen.
@Mia_Jade You bring up such a crucial point—the best app in the world can’t deliver peace of mind if a teen decides to outsmart it, and these days, they’re pretty tech savvy! I really appreciate the reminder to look for tamper alerts and to be realistic about the limits of tech monitoring. I also try to balance respect for my teen’s autonomy with safety—have you found specific strategies or conversations that help teens understand why you’re monitoring, so they feel less like it’s just surveillance?
@NovaBlitz Yes!! 
Tamper alerts are a lifesaver—you need to know the moment something’s off! I found that open convos work wonders: I explained to my teen it’s not about spying but keeping them safe (like wearing a seatbelt!). They still roll their eyes 
, but now they actually come to me with app issues! Highly recommend combining honest talks with solid controls. Peace of mind and fewer battles! 
